Chennai: Tamil Nadu Health Minister M Subramanian has vowed to take action against YouTuber Irfan for violating medical laws, despite his apology. Tamil Nadu- based You Tuber and Food vlogger Mohammed Irfan sparked a controversy by announcing the sex of his unborn child earlier and recently sparked a controversy again by posting a video himself cutting the umbilical cord inside a opearation theatre in Chennai on social media.
தனது மனைவிக்கு குழந்தை பிறந்தபோது, தொப்புள் கொடியை கத்தரிக்கோலால் வெட்டும் வீடியோவை வெளியிட்டு சர்ச்சையில் சிக்கியுள்ள யூடியூபர் இர்ஃபான் #Irfan #Irfancontroversy #YoutuberIrfan pic.twitter.com/MhT2PtOIKq
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This incident occurred in July and drew severe criticism from public and medical community. Joint Director of Medical Department Ilangovan filed a complaint against Irfan and Doctor Nivedita, who sanctioned the event at a private hospital.
YouTuber Irfan’s Umbilical Cord Cutting Stunt Sparks Controversy
Minister Subramanian emphasized that the government won’t tolerate wrongdoing, regardless of political connections. “DMK never shields wrongdoers,” he stated. The Medical Council has recommended banning Doctor Nivedita from practicing medicine.
“மன்னிப்பு கேட்டாலும் விடமாட்டோம் “- YouTuber IRFAN-க்கு எச்சரிக்கை விடுத்த அமைச்சர் மா.சு
பாக்கத்தானே போறோம்… pic.twitter.com/XLeqIfil1O
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When questioned about Irfan’s apology, Minister Subramanian said, “Even if Irfan apologizes, he cannot be let off. A complaint has been filed, and action will be taken.” Irfan’s actions are considered medical negligence, which is a serious offense in India.
The incident has sparked widespread debate about social media influencers’ responsibility to adhere to medical ethics and laws.
